4.14.1. Responsibilities

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does the acronym 'RAISE' stand for in terms of accessibility features?

   Hint

   Think about the accessibility features you learned.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of incorporating universal design in civil engineering.

   Hint

   Consider the impact on different users.

3. 3.

   What does the acronym 'BIM' stand for in civil engineering?

   • Building Information Modelling
   • Building Intelligent Management
   • Blueprint Integration Model

   Hint

   Focus on what BIM helps engineers to do.

4. 4.

   True or False: Universal design is only necessary for new buildings and not for existing infrastructures.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the inclusivity aspect of existing structures.

5. 5.

   Design a community park that is fully accessible and inclusive. Describe key features and materials you would use.

   Hint

   Think about how users of all abilities would navigate and enjoy the space.

6. 6.

   Evaluate a previous civil engineering project for accessibility. Identify at least three barriers that you might solve with retrofitting.

   Hint

   Examine real-world examples of public buildings you are familiar with.